1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Starlet |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |